The attention and thrill of first attraction. Feelings of vulnerablity and uncertainty together with excitement and pleasure.
Teenage daughter waiting to leave home – The Wilted Rose Book Part 16
Teenage daughter looking for work so she can stop living with her mentally ill mother
Teenage daughter coping with her mother’s mental illness – The Wilted Rose Book Part 15
Sarah goes to hospital for shock treatment for her depression
Help for the family of a mentally ill mother – The Wilted Rose Book Part 14
Sarah's husband seeks medical help for his mentally ill wife.
The Door of Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 4
Sarah opens her heart's door to his confessed love for her.
The Musical Notes of First Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 3
Sarah, now a young adult falls in love for the first time.
The Rose Bud – The Wilted Rose Book Part 1
This excerpt introduces "The Wilted Rose," a novel based on the true story of Sarah, set in post-war Queensland, Australia. The story follows her experiences growing up on a dairy farm. The vivid description captures the beauty and challenges of rural life, setting the stage for Sarah's journey. The novel is accompanied by songs that reflect its themes.